Tikibu: pronunciation dictionary with use examples

Word: cauterize
IPA transcription: [k'ɔtɚaɪz]
verb meaning of the word
  • Synonyms: callous, cauterize, cauterise
    Meaning: make insensitive or callous; deaden feelings or morals
  • Synonyms: cauterize, cauterise, burn
    Meaning: burn, sear, or freeze (tissue) using a hot iron or electric current or a caustic agent; "The surgeon cauterized the wart"
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